Kathmandu. Sugarcane farmers across the country are outraged as the government has not set a minimum support price for sugarcane even as the season is about to begin.
The Sugarcane Farmers Federation has accused the Ministry of Agriculture, Forest and Environment of presenting a disrespectful proposal that disregards the actual production costs of farmers, while sugar industries have already begun preparations to operate their mills. Federation Chairman Shyam Ray has warned that if a farmer-friendly and scientifically based support price is not set by the 5th of the coming month, the federation will hold a meeting and announce a strong protest.
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